The 5 Best Ski Resorts Near Toronto, 2023/24

The 5 Best Ski Resorts Near Toronto, 2023/24
Karl Sander
Written by Karl Sander / Photos by Jack Lee
Last updated May 20, 2022

Canada’s east may not be comparable to the mountains of the west, but is nonetheless a great ski holiday destination! Spend less time driving and explore the variety of terrain and charming winter villages while remaining close to the city. Our local experts have narrowed down the five best ski resorts close to Toronto!

Distance from Toronto - 171 km (2 hour drive)

Blue Mountain Resort’s bustling village

Why Ski Blue Mountain Canada

Offering a wide range of terrain, endless accommodation options and plenty of kid-friendly activities, Blue Mountain is the ultimate resort for families. Although a highly popular resort, the beginner, intermediate and advanced areas that are spread across the mountain provide a seamless holiday experience. There are even three terrain parks with beginner rails and a super-pipe! Visitors are certainly not limited for choice when it comes to dining options, with over 50 bars, restaurants and shops creating a lively après scene. Highlight activities including illumination trails and sleigh rides nearby are not to be missed when you’re done shredding the slopes for the day. Kids will especially love the mountain coaster, tubing and playing at the all year round aquatic centre.

Known for

Ontario’s largest resort, with a bustling family-friendly village

Highlights

  • European-style pedestrian village and some of the best on-mountain restaurants and hotels in Ontario
  • Close to Toronto
  • Lively après scene and plenty of shopping
  • A popular resort, so be sure to book early

22/23 Ski Season:

  • Opening Date: Dec 15 2022
  • Closing Date: Apr 14 2023

Closest airports

Pearson Intl. Airport - 145 km (2 hour drive)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - 161 km (2 hour drive)

Distance from Toronto - 171 km (2 hour drive)

Blue Mountain Resort’s bustling village

Why Ski Blue Mountain Canada

Offering a wide range of terrain, endless accommodation options and plenty of kid-friendly activities, Blue Mountain is the ultimate resort for families. Although a highly popular resort, the beginner, intermediate and advanced areas that are spread across the mountain provide a seamless holiday experience. There are even three terrain parks with beginner rails and a super-pipe! Visitors are certainly not limited for choice when it comes to dining options, with over 50 bars, restaurants and shops creating a lively après scene. Highlight activities including illumination trails and sleigh rides nearby are not to be missed when you’re done shredding the slopes for the day. Kids will especially love the mountain coaster, tubing and playing at the all year round aquatic centre.

Distance from Toronto - 140 km (1.5 hour drive)

A spacious resort across two mountains (Photo credit: Mount Saint Louis)

Why Ski Mount St Louis

Consistent snow conditions are almost guaranteed at Mount Saint Louis thanks to its location in Ontario’s snow belt and having Canada’s most advanced snowmaking system. Just a 90 minute drive from Toronto, there are 35 runs across the Mount Saint Louis and Moonstone slopes, with most trails also open for night skiing. This resort is perfect for new and intermediate skiers thanks to the dedicated beginners area and predominantly blue runs. Park rats will also enjoy the four terrain parks here, catering to four levels of progression! Despite the base area being quite limited, visitors can dine at one of the many restaurants or catch an ice hockey game in the nearby town of Barrie.

Known for

Some of Ontario’s best slopes and best snow

Highlights

  • Only one hour from Toronto
  • Reliably good snow conditions
  • Conveniently close to historic Barrie
  • No accommodation and few dining and après options

22/23 Ski Season:

  • Opening Date: Nov 25 2022
  • Closing Date: Apr 09 2023

Closest airports

Pearson Intl. Airport - 121 km (1 hour drive)

Distance from Toronto - 140 km (1.5 hour drive)

A spacious resort across two mountains (Photo credit: Mount Saint Louis)

Why Ski Mount St Louis

Consistent snow conditions are almost guaranteed at Mount Saint Louis thanks to its location in Ontario’s snow belt and having Canada’s most advanced snowmaking system. Just a 90 minute drive from Toronto, there are 35 runs across the Mount Saint Louis and Moonstone slopes, with most trails also open for night skiing. This resort is perfect for new and intermediate skiers thanks to the dedicated beginners area and predominantly blue runs. Park rats will also enjoy the four terrain parks here, catering to four levels of progression! Despite the base area being quite limited, visitors can dine at one of the many restaurants or catch an ice hockey game in the nearby town of Barrie.

Distance from Toronto - 89 km (1 hour drive)

One of Hockley Valley’s family friendly runs (Photo credit: Hockley Valley Resort)

Why Ski Hockley Valley

A smaller resort just an hour from Toronto, Hockley Valley’s convenient location is hard to beat! In addition to its dedicated beginner area, the resort has a longer beginner run, giving new skiers and snowboarders a chance to confidently use the chairlift. Although experienced skiers may not be challenged by the terrain, Hockley Valley is the perfect family-friendly resort, offering kids ski and snowboard camps, on-site lodging and dining options. There is even a spa to unwind after a long day on the slopes.

Known for

A smaller resort that’s an excellent choice for beginners and young children

Highlights

  • Conveniently close to Toronto
  • On-site accommodation and restaurants
  • Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
  • Limited acreage and vertical drop

22/23 Ski Season:

  • Opening Date: Dec 24 2022
  • Closing Date: Mar 19 2023(Estimated close date based on historical data)

Closest airports

Pearson Intl. Airport - 64 km (45 minute drive)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - 89 km (1 hour drive)

Distance from Toronto - 89 km (1 hour drive)

One of Hockley Valley’s family friendly runs (Photo credit: Hockley Valley Resort)

Why Ski Hockley Valley

A smaller resort just an hour from Toronto, Hockley Valley’s convenient location is hard to beat! In addition to its dedicated beginner area, the resort has a longer beginner run, giving new skiers and snowboarders a chance to confidently use the chairlift. Although experienced skiers may not be challenged by the terrain, Hockley Valley is the perfect family-friendly resort, offering kids ski and snowboard camps, on-site lodging and dining options. There is even a spa to unwind after a long day on the slopes.

Distance from Toronto - 61 km (45 minute drive)

Glen Eden is one of the best value ski resorts close to Toronto (Photo credit: Glen Eden Resort)

Why Ski Glen Eden

One of the closest ski resorts to Toronto (just 45 minutes), Glen Eden offers some of the cheapest lift tickets in the area! The resort’s designated beginner area and mostly intermediate trails make it the perfect choice of resort for newer skiers. Nonetheless, there are multiple steeper runs amongst the dozen trails at Glen Eden to cater for more experienced skiers and riders. Despite snow conditions varying due to the lack of snowmaking and low altitude location, the resort offers everything from night skiing, a terrain park, and dining options at the base.

Known for

Popular night-skiing choice and some of the cheapest lift tickets around

Highlights

  • Separate beginner area
  • Great value
  • Steeper runs than comparably sized resorts
  • Variable snow conditions

22/23 Ski Season:

  • Opening Date: Dec 27 2022
  • Closing Date: Mar 25 2023

Closest airports

Pearson Intl. Airport - 40 km (30 minute drive)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - 61 km (45 minute drive)

Distance from Toronto - 61 km (45 minute drive)

Glen Eden is one of the best value ski resorts close to Toronto (Photo credit: Glen Eden Resort)

Why Ski Glen Eden

One of the closest ski resorts to Toronto (just 45 minutes), Glen Eden offers some of the cheapest lift tickets in the area! The resort’s designated beginner area and mostly intermediate trails make it the perfect choice of resort for newer skiers. Nonetheless, there are multiple steeper runs amongst the dozen trails at Glen Eden to cater for more experienced skiers and riders. Despite snow conditions varying due to the lack of snowmaking and low altitude location, the resort offers everything from night skiing, a terrain park, and dining options at the base.

Distance from Toronto - 134 km (1.5 hour drive)

The great resort layout allows you to spend plenty of time on the slopes (Photo credit: Horseshoe)

Why Ski Horseshoe Resort

Horseshoe Resort is the ultimate ski resort for intermediate and experienced skiers, offering over 20 blue and black runs! The designated beginner area and excellent ski school programme also caters to new skiers. Although a popular resort, Horseshoe’s efficient chairlift system allows you to maximise your time on the slopes. There are over 29 km of groomed cross country ski trails and an extensive list of exciting snow activities including tubing, fat biking and snowmobiling. Onsite lodging and a variety of dining options are also available. And if Horseshoe Resort isn’t selling itself already, they also offer night skiing and consistent snow thanks to its upgraded snowmaking facilities.

Known for

A great place to learn to ski with plenty for intermediate visitors

Highlights

  • Excellent ski school
  • Convenient lodging and great dining choices
  • Plenty of other activities
  • Limited expert terrain

22/23 Ski Season:

  • Opening Date: Dec 15 2022
  • Closing Date: Mar 26 2023

Closest airports

Pearson Intl. Airport - 113 km (1 hour drive)

Distance from Toronto - 134 km (1.5 hour drive)

The great resort layout allows you to spend plenty of time on the slopes (Photo credit: Horseshoe)

Why Ski Horseshoe Resort

Horseshoe Resort is the ultimate ski resort for intermediate and experienced skiers, offering over 20 blue and black runs! The designated beginner area and excellent ski school programme also caters to new skiers. Although a popular resort, Horseshoe’s efficient chairlift system allows you to maximise your time on the slopes. There are over 29 km of groomed cross country ski trails and an extensive list of exciting snow activities including tubing, fat biking and snowmobiling. Onsite lodging and a variety of dining options are also available. And if Horseshoe Resort isn’t selling itself already, they also offer night skiing and consistent snow thanks to its upgraded snowmaking facilities.